Where do I find information on substance abuse or dual diagnosis treatment?
It is estimated that roughly 50 percent of individuals with severe mental illness are affected by substance abuse. Dual diagnosis services are treatments for people who suffer from co-occurring disorders – mental illness and substance abuse. For more information, view NAMI’s Web section on Dual Diagnosis and the Fact Sheets Dual Diagnosis: Substance Abuse and Mental Illness and Dual Diagnosis: Adolescents with Co-occurring Brain Disorders & Substance Abuse Disorders We have several resources listed for Substance Abuse. Be sure to inquire if they provide treatment for dual diagnosis – co-occurring disorders – mental illness and substance abuse. It’s very important to treat both disorders at the same time. Or, you may contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) online, or by calling SAMHSA’s Health Information Network (SHIN) at 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727).
